Description

2,4,7,9-Tetraphenyl-1,10-Phenanthroline is a highly functionalized phenanthroline derivative, a key organic ligand and building block in advanced materials chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to chelate metal ions and act as a versatile electron-acceptor or donor unit in complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photovoltaics, and luminescent materials, where precise molecular design dictates performance.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as an electron-transport material or host in emissive layers.
• Photovoltaic Cells: Used as an electron-accepting component in organic solar cell active layers.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a chelating ligand for transition metals (e.g., Ru, Ir, Cu) in catalysts and photoredox systems.
• Luminescent Probes & Sensors: Incorporated into molecular sensors for metal ion detection due to its strong metal-binding affinity and photophysical properties.
• Material Science Research: A fundamental building block for synthesizing novel conjugated polymers and supramolecular assemblies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,7,9-Tetraphenyl-1,10-Phenanthroline
CAS No.	51786-73-3
Molecular Formula	C42H28N2
Molecular Weight	560.69 g/mol
Synonyms	TPPhen; 1,10-Phenanthroline, 2,4,7,9-tetraphenyl-; 2,4,7,9-Tetraphenyl-1,10-phenanthroline; 2,4,7,9-Tetraphenylphenanthroline; Tetraphenylphenanthroline; 1,10-Phenanthroline, tetraphenyl-; 2,4,7,9-Tetraphenyl-[1,10]phenanthroline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4,7,9-Tetraphenyl-1,10-Phenanthroline is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for sensitive electronic and photonic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support research and development as well as scale-up requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.